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Procedures for your

Middle School Un session

Your field trip will simulate a United Nations General Assembly session.  Your session is on Wednesday,                                          .

Bring a pencil/pen, your research, a country placard or sign.

3. Vote and talk from the perspective of your country.  The country you will represent is:                                                .

4.  When a resolution is presented, you may:

·         Ask questions about the resolution.

·         Suggest an amendment that would be better for your country and/or the world community.

·         Speak in favor of the resolution, or in opposition to the resolution.

5.  If you are presenting your resolution:

1)      Read the operative clauses (solution) to the Assembly.

2)      Summarize your solution.

3)      Explain why your resolution is important for the world.

4)      Take notes while delegates ask questions and propose amendments.

5)      Respond to the questions and amendments.

6.  Vote on the resolution!

·         Yes

·         No

·         Abstain: Your country chooses to refrain from voting.  An abstention has the effect of a “No” vote, because a resolution can only pass with a majority of “Yes” votes.